Accountant

Arkansas Talent Group • Little Rock, AR

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

Arkansas Talent Group is seeking an experienced Accountant to join an established and reputable marketing company in Little Rock, AR. This is a contract assignment with strong potential to convert to a permanent position for the right candidate. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented accounting professional who is also comfortable wearing an HR hat in a smaller, close-knit team environment. The Accountant will own full-cycle accounting functions while also supporting core HR operations for the organization. This hybrid position is ideal for someone who thrives on variety, enjoys being a trusted resource across departments, and wants the stability of an established local company with room to grow into a permanent role.

Requirements

• Proven experience with full-cycle accounting, including financial statement preparation, budgeting, and forecasting
• Working knowledge of core HR functions: onboarding, offboarding, benefits coordination, payroll, and HR compliance
• Strong attention to detail, discretion with confidential information, and the ability to manage competing priorities
• Excellent communication skills and comfort working cross-functionally in a small-team setting

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with QuickBooks Online or Sage Intacct is a huge plus
• Prior experience in a marketing, agency, or professional services environment is a plus but not required

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle accounting, including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, and month-end close
• Prepare accurate and timely financial statements
• Lead budgeting and forecasting processes in partnership with leadership
• Reconcile accounts and ensure compliance with GAAP and internal controls
• Support audit preparation and respond to ad hoc financial reporting requests
• Coordinate new hire onboarding and employee terminations/offboarding
• Administer employee benefits enrollment and serve as a point of contact for benefits questions
• Process payroll accurately and on schedule
• Support HR compliance efforts, including maintaining required documentation and staying current on applicable employment regulations
• Assist with maintaining personnel files and HR recordkeeping best practices

Benefits

• Potential to convert to a permanent position

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed